The Camp Pendleton Recycling Program promotes environmental stewardship to meet Federal and State waste diversion mandates.

Teamwork from all residents, tenants, units and commands at Camp Pendleton is making an important contribution towards showing those in surrounding communities that Camp Pendleton cares about the environment.

Who do I call when I need assistance or have a question?

Who is required to recycle at Camp Pendleton?

Can someone other than Camp Pendleton Recycling Staff or Waste Management remove recyclables from bins and containers?

No. Scavenging is illegal and should be reported to PMO or the Recycling Manager.

Do you give money back for bottles and cans?

No. We are not a redemption center. All recyclables received are considered donated and the revenue obtained from sales is returned to the Base Recycling Program.After paying for the recycling program’s overhead, the remainder pays for morale, welfare and recreation projects.

Can we use black plastic bags?

No. All bags used for holding recyclables must be transparent.

I live in family housing and I need recycling bins. Who can I call?

Please call your housing management office.

Do I have to wash out empty bottles, jars and cans?

No, but it is recommended, so to reduce flies, vermin and odors.

Do I need to remove the label from bottles, jars and cans?

No. Removing the label is no longer required.

Do you accept shredded paper?

Yes, as long as it is placed into clear plastic bags.

Do you accept styrofoam?

Yes. We accept all packaging material, especially the kind that comes with televisions and computers.